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Do You Own a Flask?

partysugar — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:15:32 -0700

YumSugar Gift Guide: The Kitchen Diva

partysugar — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 10:15:46 -0800

She's the queen of the kitchen, can whip up a double chocolate souffle while sleeping, and has dined at Momofuko Ko, David Chang's notoriously difficult-to-get-into restaurant, twice. Think there's nothing to get this kitchen diva - the girl whose been there, done that, got the t-shirt? Think again! She'll swoon at the site of a fabulously frilly apron and will die and go to heaven when she holds a bottle of the coveted cult classic 2004 Harlan Estate Cabernet Sauvignon.

Or wow her with this "Red Diva" espresso machine: she'll have wonderfully fresh espresso at the push of a button!

Get more gift ideas in the widget below, or head to HolidaySugar for gift guides galore!

Give Your Hostess Some Love

partysugar — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 10:13:18 -0800

Everyone has a friend or family member who loves to entertain so this Valentine's Day surprise the entertainer in your life with a clever heartfelt gift. From a heart-shaped flask to a delicious dessert cookbook, here are my ideas for the perfect gift for the perfect hostess.

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Off To Market: Cool Flask

partysugar — Mon, 09 Apr 2007 14:22:41 -0700

Kristen and Chris are friend's of mine who are one of those couples who have been together so long, it's hard to imagine one without the other. Lately Chris has been especially supportive and loving towards Kristen because she is in the middle of an extremely stressful and hard semester. His kindness has not gone unnoticed and Kiki wants to get him a little present to show him how much she cares (is this the world's cutest couple or what?). I suggested that she get him an engraved flask and she loved the idea. Now we have to head off to market in search of a flask for Chris. Chris is an intelligent, super social, and great guy. The flask should be functional and sleek, durable and modern. Bookmark the flasks you find with the keyword, Cool Flask in the Yum Market on TeamSugar.

To learn how to bookmark cool stuff from the internet on TeamSugar, refer to geeksugar's informative explanation.

Sandal Flask: Love It or Hate It?

partysugar — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 01:18:51 -0700

A couple of years ago I was at a crowded party in desperate need of a bottle opener. I laughed when some guy offered to open my beer with his flip flop sandal. However, much to my amazement, he could! His sandal was equipped with a standard bottle opener embedded in the sole.

Recently Reef - the creators of the bottle opener flip flop -released the flask flip flop. Nestled in the sole of this marvel is a fun, little flask. I think these sandals are a wonderful gift for a whiskey-drinking, flip-flop wearer. What do you think of them?

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Off To Market Recap: Cool Flask

partysugar — Mon, 16 Apr 2007 13:12:48 -0700

My girlfriend Kristen recently asked me if I could help her find a cool flask for her longtime boyfriend Chris. She has been going through some stressful times and he has been so supportive that she wants to surprise him with a small special gift. I asked you to head off to market in search of the coolest flasks around for Chris. The flask had to be functional and sleek, durable and modern to fit Chris' intelligent, super social great guy persona. You saved the flasks in TeamSugar with the keyword tag Cool Flask and here's what you found:

Katherine suggested this classic stainless steel flask that comes camouflaged inside a little book. From the outside the book resembles a Bible and from the inside it's a flask - so naughty I love it!

A few more so read more

This olive green plaid flask is perfect for golfing, skiing, or a night on the town. With its outside encased in leather, SU3 discovered this flask that's larger than it looks: it can hold up to 9 oz roughly 4 shots.

Both GiggleSugar and SU3 recommended this personalized leather flask that Kristen can have engraved with Chris' initials. He'll carry his spirits in style with its luxurious embossed croc finish.

Thanks for helping me and Kristen readers! I wonder which one she'll pick to give to Chris. To learn how to bookmark cool stuff from the internet on TeamSugar, refer to geeksugar's informative explanation.

Yum Market Finds: Fun Florals For Spring

partysugar — Fri, 30 Mar 2007 15:48:31 -0700

What better way to embrace the arrival of springtime than to spruce up your kitchen with a few fun florals? I just remembered I've got to change my winter table setting into my spring one and substitute the black leather placemats for mint green satin ones and the white candles for pink and yellow ones. Changing your table scape is one way to freshen up the look of your kitchen, another way is to purchase a few essential items that scream spring with their floral patterns, pastel colors, and refreshing newness.

A perfect example of this is the printed flask that thoroughlymodern saved in the Yum Market on TeamSugar. This container is so beautiful that I may have to get one for myself, how chic would it be to pull this out at a romantic picnic?!

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The season must have been on Atkoester's mind when she was hunting the web for yum marks, because she found a whole bunch of fabulous Spring cooking accessories like blue china bowls and pink flowered mugs. However my favorite of her recent discoveries were these pretty patterned preppy plates. Add a few colorful plates to your everyday set and it's like an instant makeover.

For those brisk Spring evenings, treat yourself to a cup of hot tea in a Easter-egg colored mug. Thanks for bookmarking this magnificent little mug redegg!

Don't know how to save your stuff in the Yum Market? geeksugar's here to help you out with her easy to understand explanation.

Sake to Me

YumSugar — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:15:00 -0700

Whenever I seek a break from sipping everyday wines, I turn to sake. The Japanese beverage has a completely different flavor, but is equally refined and extensive in selection.

My favorite way to serve sake is with a coordinating set. The flasks and matching cups make it virtually impossible for guests to refuse a taste. I love this wooden set because of its elegant silhouette and subtle texture. To see more options check out the collection below!

Yummy Links: From Pet Peeves to Alton Brown

YumSugar — Fri, 05 Oct 2007 09:43:33 -0700

Have a cooking pet peeve? Here's a list of simple kitchen problems and their solutions. - iVillage
The Blue Hill at Stone Barns restaurant has an amazing organic garden and farm. Be sure to check out these photos. - CasaSugar
Lab ware, such as test tubes, flask and cylinders are becoming trendy in the kitchen. - Serious Eats

Is this a photo of the Virgin Mary appearing as a hard-boiled egg? - Slashfood
Have you heard of "adult milk?" It's good for stress, but bad for your finances. - FitSugar
Believe it or not, former boxer Evander Holyfield is launching his own table top fat-draining grill. - Amazon's al Dente
Are those superfoods really super? - Culinate
Looks like Alton Brown hates on other foodie reality tv shows. And is it just me, or is he sounding more like Anthony Bourdain these days? - Chow

Pocket Shots: Love It Or Hate It?

partysugar — Sat, 01 Sep 2007 01:18:31 -0700

I'm all about portable alcohol. I've been known to fill bottles of water with vodka, and slide a flask full of whiskey into my purse. But I'm not to sure about Pocket Shots, the "brand new way to enjoy your favorite hard liquor." These little babies are unbreakable, flexible, squishy packets that fit comfortably into a pocket allowing you to have a shot of alcohol anytime, anywhere. Do we really need a shot of liquor anytime, anywhere??? And are they really unbreakable? What if you drunkenly sit on the Pocket Shot in your back pocket?? I'm pretty skeptical about these, what do you guys think? Pocket shots, do you love them or hate them?

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